Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Driving on sand
WARNING
Do not reduce the tire inflation pressure
before driving through sand. However, if you
do so, remember to correct the tire inflation
pressure before continuing your trip. Driving
with reduced tire inflation pressure increases
the risk of losing control of the vehicle and
rolling over.
Observe the following rules when driving on sand:
• select a higher vehicle level.
• avoid high engine speeds.
• select a shift range appropriate to the
terrain.
• drive quickly to overcome the rolling
resistance. Otherwise, the vehicle could dig
itself into the sand.
• drive in the tracks of other vehicles if
possible. Make sure that the ruts are not
too deep, that the sand is firm enough and
that your vehicle has sufficient ground
clearance.
Checklist after driving off-road
WARNING If you notice sudden significant vibrations or unusual handling performance or if you suspect that damage has occurred to the vehicle, you should activate the hazard warning l ...Ruts and gravel roads
Observe the following rules when driving along ruts in off-road terrain or on roads with loose gravel: Check that the ruts are not too deep and that your vehicle has sufficient clearance. O ...See also:
Door Ajar Messages
DRIVER DOOR OPEN
This message displays and a chime sounds if the driver door is not fully closed
and the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park). Stop and turn off the vehicle, check
the door for obstru ...
Trip/Fuel Menu Items
(Trip/Fuel): Press to scroll through
the following menu items:
Odometer
Press the trip/fuel button until ODOMETER displays. This display shows the distance
the vehicle has been driven in either k ...
Delayed Exit Lighting
Delayed exit lighting illuminates the interior for a period of time after the
key is removed from the ignition.
The ignition must be off for delayed exit lighting to work. When the key is removed, ...